Jim and Gerry discuss all of the elements a triathlete MUST practice in training in order to be best prepared for their open water swim races.  Sighting, deck-ups, drafting, pace line, race take out speed, close quarter swimming, etc.

Gerry's Sighting Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_9r_Tb9MSo&feature=youtu.be

Drafting in Crowded Quarters Example:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8P-_2KCwktQ&feature=youtu.be

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After the topic of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Jim and Gerry welcome Triathlon Coach and Founder of PurplePatch Fitness Matt Dixon.  Matt shares his growth in the sport as one of the most successful coaches in the sport.  Matt goes on to share his coaching philosophies for swimmers regarding technique, schedule, progressions, etc.

www.purplepatchfitness.com

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After the topic of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Gerry and Jom introduce Phase 4 of the swim season, Open Water Skill Building.  This phase is very important in the progression of a triathlete because of the performance gains and familiarity it provides the triathlete.  The details of the phase are described here.

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After the topic of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Jim and Gerry first discuss Gerry's list of swim technique DON'Ts as found on the Tower 26 Blog. Then they go on to discuss the in's and out's of the Swim Tempo Trainer and how to properly use this vital tool in training to help with cadence, pacing, speed, etc.

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After the topic of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Gerry and Jim discuss the Tower 26 Project Athletes and their individual progression.  Next, they get into a discussion about smart watches and how they can help/hinder the athlete in the water. Finishing up with an Oceanside 70.3 recap.  

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Gerry and Jim talk about the transition from the Base Phase of the season to the Sharpening Phase of the season.

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Gerry and Jim first discuss proper head position in swimming and how to achieve that position within the swim stroke. After a detailed description of head position, they go into the different effort levels in swimming.  Why is it important to train at different efforts i.e. 60%, 70%, 80%,90%? That question is answered on this episode.

Dancing Dot Head Position Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSa9QFLWMBI&feature=youtu.be

 After the topics of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Gerry and Jim discuss why swim sets are shorter than the typical run or bike interval sessions then go on to a new feature of the show, Rapid Fire!

Here is our EVF YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/Q8tLoN_AmKM

After the topic of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Coach Michael Collins Podcast: http://doitrfsl.com/interview/episode-2-gerry-rodrigues-tower-26-right-faster-get-stronger-longer/

Gerry and Jim break down the myth of Early Vertical Forearm and why it might not be the best choice for triathlete swimmers.  After that discussion a bit more information is given about the Tower 26 Subscription Plan, www.obstri.com/tower26

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After the topic of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Gerry and Jim 1st speak to 2017 Tower 26 Project Athlete Christelle Balestra.  Then they go on to explain the Tower 26 Subscription Service and answer some commonly asked questions about the subscription plan.

After the topic of the episode is covered, the athlete questions are answered, and the topic for the next episode is revealed.

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Scientific Triathlon- https://scientifictriathlon.com

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